1. Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Speaking the truth in love Ephesians 4:15

2. Homosexuality in our culture... 1. 1.An acceptable, alternative lifestyle 2. 2.With gay rights, same-sex marriages 3. 3.Promoted in public schools, businesses, churches 4. 4.Those who oppose are called homophobes, bigots Homosexuality A Christian Perspective How should Christians respond?

3. A Christ-like approach... 1. 1.Speak the truth in love Ep 4:15; 2Ti 2:24-26 2. 2.Remember the power of sin Jn 8:34; Ro 6:16 3. 3.Understand what causes homosexuality Mk 7:21-23 4. 4.Be ready to help those who desire to repent Ga 6:1-2 Homosexuality A Christian Perspective There is no place for gay bashing!

4. The truth about homosexuality... 1. 1.Patriarch Age: A grievous sin Gen 18:20; 19:4-9; Jude 7 2. 2.Mosaic Age: An abomination Lev 18:20; 20:13 3. 3.Mosaic Age: Jesus upheld the Law Mt 5:17-19 4. 4.Christian Age: Sinful 1Co 6:9-11; 1Ti 1:10-11; Ro 1:18-28 Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Homosexual conduct has always been sin!

5. Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Do not be deceived 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

6. What causes homosexuality...? 1. 1.God did not make one that way 2. 2.Is it nature or nurture? Or both? 3. 3.It involves a complex combination of factors 4. 4.Both genetics and environment may be involved Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Homosexuality (as with all sin) is not a simple choice

7. Overcoming homosexuality... 1. 1.Obey Jesus Christ Ac 2:38; Ro 8:11-13; Ep 3:16; Ph 4:13 2. 2.Walk in the Spirit Ga 5:16; Ep 6:17; Psa 119:1 3. 3.Restrict what goes in your mind Ro 8:5; 12:2; Ph 4:8 4. 4.Avoid homosexual situations Ro 13:14; 1Co 15:33 Homosexuality A Christian Perspective It is similar to overcoming any sin

8. Overcoming homosexuality... 5. 5.Be active in a local church He 10:24-25 6. 6.Find daily support from Christians He 3:12-15 7. 7.Trust in God for unlimited help Ep 3:20; 1Co 10:13 8. 8.Glorify God with your body Ro 6:12-13; 12:1-2; 1Co 6:18-20 Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Most importantly: Pray! (1Th 5:17; He 4:16)

9. Homosexuality A Christian Perspective Do not be deceived 1 Corinthians 6:9-11